US|Lab Technician II

Airswift; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Lab Technician I for an initial 6-month assignment in Richmond, California, supporting an industrial R&D laboratory focused on hydrocarbon separations. You will work under a team of research engineers and technologists in a safety-conscious environment handling chemicals and involved equipment.

Role involves bench-scale to pilot-scale activities, data collection, instrument calibration, maintenance, and collaboration across the lab to ensure accurate experimental results

Qualifications

• College-level chemistry knowledge and strong mathematical skills.
• Good computer skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel for data manipulation and graphing, Word, and analytical instrument software.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify issues and support practical solutions.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a laboratory environment involving chemicals and process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support research and development of physical and chemical separation processes for hydrocarbons across laboratory, bench-scale and potentially pilot-scale activities.
• Prepare separation agents such as solvents, adsorbents and membranes, and evaluate performance using small-scale batch and flow units.
• Operate, troubleshoot, maintain and repair separations test equipment, bench-scale units and laboratory instruments.
• Carry out instrument calibration, preventive maintenance and general laboratory upkeep to maintain a clean, organised and safe environment.
• Compile experimental data, perform basic calculations and support data workup for interpretation by research engineers.
• Assist with fabrication or setup of bench-scale equipment and support non-routine laboratory tasks as required.
• Maintain chemical inventory, support safety inspections, update procedures, order supplies and assist with packing and shipping samples where needed.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Mathematics

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Analytical instrument software

Job description

Lab Technician I

Duration: Initially 6 months (with possibility of extension / go direct)

Location: Richmond, California

Rotation: 9/80 schedule

Role Context

This role is based in an industrial research and development laboratory supporting separations work for hydrocarbons. The position operates within a technical team environment under the guidance of research engineers and other laboratory technologists. The working environment includes laboratory, bench-scale and potentially pilot-scale experimental activity, with a strong focus on safe operation when handling chemicals and high-pressure or high-temperature process units.

Key Responsibilities

• Support research and development of physical and chemical separation processes for hydrocarbons across laboratory, bench-scale and potentially pilot-scale activities.
• Prepare separation agents such as solvents, adsorbents and membranes, and evaluate performance using small-scale batch and flow units.
• Operate, troubleshoot, maintain and repair separations test equipment, bench-scale units and laboratory instruments.
• Carry out instrument calibration, preventive maintenance and general laboratory upkeep to maintain a clean, organised and safe environment.
• Compile experimental data, perform basic calculations and support data workup for interpretation by research engineers.
• Assist with fabrication or setup of bench-scale equipment and support non-routine laboratory tasks as required.
• Maintain chemical inventory, support safety inspections, update procedures, order supplies and assist with packing and shipping samples where needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• College-level chemistry knowledge and strong mathematical skills.
• Good computer skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel for data manipulation and graphing, Word, and analytical instrument software.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify issues and support practical solutions.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a laboratory environment involving chemicals and process equipment.

About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique hiring needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift offers exceptional market reach and industry expertise.